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The votes have been tallied, and the results are in. The team at Zip’s is proud to announce this year’s winners in the ZIPSYS Truck Contest. Eligible entries were submitted online in four truck classes. For the People’s Pick Awards, fans voted online and through Facebook, while the sales staff at Zip’s selected the Zip’s Pick Award winners in each category. Scroll down to see who won.

Car Carrier

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Zip’s Pick - Winner

T & W Towing LLC from Albert Lea, MN, is the proud recipient of the 2024 Zip’s Pick Award for their 2023 Freightliner M2. This standout blue carrier is equipped with premium features, including the AutoGrip Wheel Lift, In the Ditch Side Puller 9000 and SafeAll Proportional Remote Control.

Sales Rep: Brian McDermott

Check out some of this truck’s unique features:

  • Steel bed with sloped tail, galvanized sub-frame, removable blade side rails & more.
  • Toolboxes with additional storage on top of them and other storage mounts for tools.
  • Loaded with marker lights down the sides, light bar and arrow stick.
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People’s Pick

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1st Place

Johnson Towing of Stevens Point, WI won with their 2025 International MV Century 12 Series LCG Carrier. This fan favorite has a steel bed with a galvanized sub-frame and removable blade side rails. It also has an In The Ditch Side Puller 9000, SafeAll Proportional Remote Control and SafeAll Traffic Commander.

Sales Rep: Danny Mathews

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2nd Place

Gessler Auto & Towing LLC of Lannon, WI WI secured second place this year. Their 2022 Chevy 6500 Century 10 Series Carrier was built with an aluminum bed with a galvanized sub-frame, removable tube rails and a wheel lift with dock stabilizers operated by the SafeAll Proportional Remote Control.

Sales Rep: Danny Mathews

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3rd Place

Bob’s Towing & Recovery Inc. of Bay City, MI took home the bronze with their 2022 Freightliner M2 Century 12 Series LCG Carrier. It has impressive features like a steel bed with removable blade rails, a Miller approach plate roller guide, a Lodar remote control and a push bumper.

Sales Rep: Jon Bull

Light & Medium
Duty Wreckers

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Zip’s Pick - Winner

Kramer’s Wrecker Service from Grand Island, NE submitted their 2024 Ford F550 Century 312 Wrecker, and it quickly became a fan favorite. This autoloader has stiff hydraulic legs to keep it strong and steady as it gets the job done.

Sales Rep: Eric Albertson

Check out some of this truck’s unique features:

  • Its SafeAll Traffic Commander ensures safety by encouraging traffic to slow down and move over.
  • Zip's Lift Assist Dolly mount, Trash can mount, and traffic cone mount onto of wrecker body.
  • Tunnel toolbox with shelving inside.
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People’s Pick

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1st Place

The truck that earned the prestigious Zip’s Pick didn't just capture our team’s attention—it also won over the crowd! This impressive build didn’t stop at just one title; it doubled down by taking home the People’s Pick as well. When the experts and the fans agree, you know it’s a standout truck that truly embodies craftsmanship.

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2nd Place

Bob’s Towing & Recovery Inc. from Monticello, MN came in second with their 2022 Ram 5500 Chevron 408V Renegade Wrecker. Its many storage options, including a broom and shovel rack, trash can mount, garbage mount and Dri-dek inside storage compartments, leaves room for whatever is needed.

Sales Rep: Brian McDermott

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3rd Place

Bob’s Towing & Recovery Inc. in Bay City, MI came in third with their 2023 Ford F600 Century 2465 12-Ton Wrecker. It’s equipped with a Wireless Remote Control, SafeAll Traffic Commander, and variety of storage solutions.

Sales Rep: Jon Bull

Heavy Duty Wreckers

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Zip’s Pick - Winner

Smith & Sons Repair LLC from Fullerton, TX is the new champion of heavy-duty wreckers with their 2024 Peterbilt Century 5130 Wrecker. Its bold color scheme, array of towing accessories and extensive storage options, make it clear why this wrecker stands out.

Sales Rep: LeRoy Gossling

Check out some of this truck’s unique features:

  • Body was painted Viper blue with Kawasaki green splatter paint inside the storage compartments.
  • Hydraulic out riggers, Low rider underlift, Wireless remote control.
  • Loaded with lighting solutions including Grote millennium marker lights and Whelen beacon lights.
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People’s Pick

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1st Place

Crowned both the Zip’s Pick and People’s Pick, this build has proven its not just about impressing the experts- it’s also a fan favorite. When the experts and fans agree, you know it’s a truck that truly embodies craftmanship, innovation and undeniable style.

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2nd Place

Kramer’s Wrecker Service of Grand Island, NE took second place this year with its 2024 Western Star 49X Century 5130 Wrecker. This wrecker stands out with a white and black paint scheme, wrapped with a playful Paw Patrol wrap.

Sales Rep: Eric Albertson

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3rd Place

MAD J Repair & Towing from Des Moines, IA is our third-place winner this year. Their 2024 Peterbilt 389 Sleeper Century 9055XL Wrecker was equipped with a XP 850 Side Puller, Low rider underlift and rear hydraulic legs. It also features Whelen red/blue warning lights and Will Burt Night Scan Flood light.

Sales Rep: Trent Russler

Rotators

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Zip’s Pick - Winner

Paddack’s Wrecker Service Inc. of Westfield, IN impressed the sales team this year with their 2023 Peterbilt 389 Century 1150 Roller. From state-of-the-art-equipment to the latest innovations, it’s built to tackle every challenge with efficiency.

Sales Rep: Eric Albertson

Check out some of this truck’s unique features:

  • Featuring a Coach Underlift, Dual front and rear outriggers, four winches and Raptor Wireless Controller.
  • Loaded with lighting including red glow strip lighting throughout the truck.
  • Packed with tools and accessory solutions neatly organized within its storage compartments.
  • Red and orange paint scheme with splatter paint inside storage compartments.
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People’s Pick

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1st Place

Quality Towing, Inc. in Woodinville, WA winched itself into first place with their 2024 Peterbilt 389 Century 1075 Rotator. It comes fully equipped with Whelen beacon and warning lights for enhanced visibility, along with glow strip lighting seamlessly integrated throughout the tri-axle body.

Sales Rep: Trent Russler

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2nd Place

Mighty’s Towing & Recovery Inc. in Channahon, IL took second place with their 2023 Kenworth T880 Century 1075 Rotator. The Miller lighting throughout the build stands out against the sleek black paint job.

Sales Rep: Lon Schlader

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3rd Place

Our experts gave this truck the Zip’s Pick, but it didn't stop there. The fans made their voices heard naming it 3rd place for People’s Pick award.